Distance learning

The School of Business has over 30 years’ experience of delivering high quality, flexible distance learning courses.

Our flexible degrees give you the freedom to study on your desktop, tablet or mobile within a structured and supportive framework.

Why study by flexible distance learning?

• We are one of the UK's most experienced providers of distance learning business management and human resource management education
• Our courses have been developed to benefit your personal and professional commitments
• Our courses are designed with the professional in mind, helping you achieve your career goals
• You’ll have access to the facilities and services available to our campus-based students
• Our annual Leicester Masterclass allows you to visit Leicester, network with fellow distance learning students and meet our academic team

Our courses

We offer distance learning courses at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level. Find a course to suit you...

Undergraduate courses

Diploma in Human Resource Management
Part-time | 19-24 months, by distance learning
Throughout this course you'll gain the foundations of a critical understanding of human resource management and training within organisations before deciding if you want to continue onto a BSc degree.  

BSc in Human Resource Management
Part-time | 36 months, by distance learning
Throughout this BSc course, you'll gain a critical understanding of human resource management and training within organisations.  This distance learning degree gives you the flexibility to study from home, so you don't fall behind in your professional life.

Postgraduate courses 

Business and Management MRes 
Full-time | 1 year, by distance learning
The ability to conduct robust research and analyse data effectively is increasingly sought after in today's competitive job market.  Our MRes in Business and Management offers you a flexible and rigorous specialised education in business and management research, designed to give you the expertise to tackle real-world business challenges.

Finance MSc
Full-time | 1 year, by distance learning
Part-time | 18 months, by distance learning
Transform your career in finance with the University of Leicester's MSc in Finance (with Accredited Prior Learning).  If you are looking to expand your expertise in finance and quantitative financial analysis skills, our course will equip you with the skills you need without having to take a break from your career.

Human Resource Management and Training PGDip and MSc
Part-time | MSc, 2 - 2.5 years, by distance learning
Part-time | PG Dip 2 years, by distance learning
Without strategic guidance and education, employees and organisations have a tough time making real progress.  With high-level knowledge and skills in human resource management and training, you'll be the one that makes all the difference.  Our distance learning courses in human resource management and training mean you can gain a valuable qualification without having to take a break from your career.

Risk, Crisis and Disaster Management MSc
MSc, 2 years, by distance learning
For businesses, communities and nations, the worst can strike at any time. Drawing on risk, crisis and disaster management theories and processes, this degree shows you how to tackle real-world problems in your professional life. 

Research courses

PhD
4-7 years, by distance learning